the best always comes with the worst price tag. Pioneer makes one of the most durable and tough dvd players in the market but the prices in doha are ridiculously high. I have been using Samsung DVD player with upscaling technology for the last 3 years. Nowadays they come equipped with a USB port and some with ethernet connection as well. Check out samsung DVD players (with 1080p upscaling + USB) if you want a long-term use and if you own a LCD tv or are planning to get one some day. The prices are not high and infact affordable considering the features and quality.